It’s undeniable these are talented people—but University of Pennsylvania psychologist Angela Duckworth has spent years researching what goes into success, and she says talent is not the only factor.
“I think effort counts twice. Sure, talent counts, but I think effort counts twice,” said Angela Duckworth on The Mel Robbins podcast. “To me, skill is kind of barren unless you apply it.”
Duckworth is a prominent American psychologist, academic, and author best known for her research on grit: the concept of passion and perseverance in pursuit of long-term goals. She serves as the Rosa Lee and Egbert Chang professor of psychology at top-ranked UPenn, and cofounded Character Lab, a non-profit focused on science-backed advice for parents and teachers.
@melrobbins You don’t need to be the most talented person in the room. Because as world-renowned psychologist Dr. @Angela Duckworth explains, hard work beats talent. Comment ‘Angela’ and I’ll DM you a link to the full episode! Talent might give you a head start, but it’s perseverance and grit that take you the distance. In this episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast, Dr. Duckworth reveals the real science of success, and why your determination matters far more than what you’re born with. Because talent opens the door. But grit is what gets you through it. 🎧 “How to Create a Successful Mindset: The Science of Passion and Perseverance.” Listen now or watch the full episode on YouTube – search ‘The Mel Robbins Podcast Angela Duckworth.’ #melrobbins #melrobbinspodcast #success #secrettosuccess ♬ original sound – Mel Robbins
